September 26, 2026
Category : News
Theatre group’s ‘turnip’ for the books…
AN award-winning amateur theatre group is set to stage a truly original fun-filled pantomime this festive season – one that has been written especially for them. Rehearsals for their latest…
Solar farm would damage landscape, says county council officer
PROPOSALS for a large solar farm would have substantial, long-term adverse effects on the landscape, a county officer has warned.Bluefield Renewable Developments Ltd has applied for permission for a 64-hectare…
When will the Silver Swan work again?
TALKS are taking place between The Bowes Museum, a clockmaker and funders in an effort to fix the Silver Swan.The museum is going ahead with celebrations to mark the 250th…
Danny the Daremaster drops into dale primary
A CHANCE encounter at Wolsingham Show last year led to a surprise celebrity visit to Cotherstone Primary School last week.Teacher Jennie Lee was visiting the show last year where she…
Could the North Pennines power the UK’s electric car revolution?
THE North Pennines is one of eight potential hotspots where the UK may look to mine lithium to meet soaring demand for car batteries.The North Pennine Orefield, which stretches from…
